Brodeur will start against the Flyers. DeBoer would not say which goalie will start in Toronto, but he said the outcome of Thursday night's game will not be a factor in the decision. All signs point to Schneider against the Leafs.

Devils general manager Lou Lamoriello said neither captain Bryce Salvador (stress fracture in his foot) nor left winger Ryane Clowe (head injury) have been able to start skating on their own. Both remain on injured reserve.

Clowe is working out off ice, but Salvador has yet to start.

"Sal can't because of his foot," Lamoriello said. "Clowe is still working out off ice."

Lamoriello said he isn't sure if Elias (upper body) will be able to skate in New Jersey Thursday.